- Columbia launches public input for 100-acre riverfront district
- First meeting held April 1 at Senate’s End
- Project backed by $5 million Boyd Foundation commitment
- Plan includes 27 miles of greenway and park connections
The city of Columbia has kicked off the first phase of community engagement for its planned Congaree Riverfront District, inviting residents to help shape the future of a 100-acre stretch along the river.
City officials will host the first public meeting today, April 1, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Senate’s End on Senate Street. The session is designed to gather feedback from residents, stakeholders and riverfront users before any design concepts are developed, according to a city announcement.
The effort follows Columbia City Council‘s approval in December 2025 of a professional services agreement to begin planning and design work, along with a $5 million philanthropic commitment from the Boyd Foundation…